# Installing PHProjekt using Softaculous

> Install PHProjekt, a groupware and project management app, on your hosting account in a few clicks with the Softaculous Apps Installer in cPanel.

Source: https://helpcenter.ruachost.com/apps/softaculous/installing-phprojekt-using-softaculous/

**PHProjekt** is an open‑source groupware and project management application. It provides modules for calendar, project tracking, contacts, and communication. With **Softaculous**, you can install PHProjekt quickly and easily through cPanel.

## Why Use PHProjekt?

- Comprehensive project management and collaboration tool.
- Includes calendar, file management, contacts, and messaging.
- Ideal for teams and organizations managing multiple projects.
- Quick one‑click installation via Softaculous.

## Steps to Install PHProjekt

1. **Log in to cPanel.**

   - Navigate to the **Softaculous Apps Installer** section.
2. **Search for PHProjekt.**

   - In the Softaculous dashboard, type *PHProjekt* in the search box.
   - Or browse under **Project Management → PHProjekt**.
3. **Click Install.**

   - The installation page will open.
4. **Choose Protocol.**

   - Select `https://` or `https://www` if your site has an SSL certificate.
   - Select `http://` or `http://www` if SSL is not installed.
5. **Choose Domain.**

   - Select the domain where PHProjekt will be installed.
6. **Set Directory.**

   - Leave blank if you want PHProjekt installed at the root (e.g., `example.com`).
   - Enter a folder name (e.g., `projects`) if you want PHProjekt installed at `example.com/projects`.
7. **Configure Admin Account.**

   - **Admin Username** → Choose a unique username.
   - **Admin Password** → Use a strong password (Softaculous provides a strength meter or can generate one).
   - **Admin Email** → Enter the administrator’s email address.
8. **Data Directory.**

   - Specify a directory outside the public_html folder to store PHProjekt’s data files.
9. **Database Settings.**

   - Provide a database name or accept the default.
   - Configure table prefix if needed.
10. **Advanced Options (Optional).**

    - Configure automated backups and rotation.
    - Enable email notifications for updates.
    - Choose auto‑upgrade options for PHProjekt.
11. **Install.**

    - Review settings and click **Install**.
    - Wait for confirmation. Softaculous will display the PHProjekt login URL (e.g., `example.com/projects`).

> **Note:**
- PHProjekt installation via Softaculous is available in **Softaculous Premium**.
- If you encounter an *Internal Server Error*, you may need to disable PHP **magic quotes** and enable **pdo.so** and **pdo_mysql.so** extensions in a custom `php.ini` file.
- Always use a strong admin password.
- Keep PHProjekt updated to prevent vulnerabilities.